Plant Material Handler - Redmond

Oregon Beverage Recycling Cooperative; Redmond (OR); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Oregon Beverage Recycling Cooperative is seeking a Material Handler I to process beverage containers and operate sorting equipment in a production facility. You will sort, count, and prepare materials for shipment while following safety rules and OBRC policies.

This role requires basic math, attention to detail, and the ability to work varied shifts, including days, evenings, and weekends. You will assist loading trailers, perform housekeeping, and support teammates to maintain steady production.

Qualifications

• Basic math skills (addition/subtraction)
• High attention to safety to prevent injuries
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Time management and prioritization
• Reliability and ability to work varied shifts including evenings/nights/weekends

Responsibilities

• Operate machines designed to sort, count or move beverage containers for recycling
• Load and unload trailers and prepare material for shipment
• Sort, stack, wrap and weight bales of aluminum, PET, cardboard and film
• Maintain records of counts and production as directed
• Follow OBRC policies and OSHA safety standards
• Keep the facility clean and orderly through daily housekeeping
• Assist other Material Handlers as needed across the plant

Job description

Our VisionA world where no resource is wasted.Our MissionTo ensure that no resource goes to waste by empowering people to redeem every container easily, efficiently, and effectively.Our ValuesWe are loyal, resilient, trustworthy, creative, competent, and engaged.SummaryThe Material Handler I will process materials such as cans, PET bottles and glass bottles to prepare for shipment and further recycling. The Material Handler will operate machinery to sort, count or empty containers, process and record container counts, and meet established productivity standards.Primary Duties & ResponsibilitiesOperate a variety of machines designed to sort, count, or move empty beverage containers for the purpose of recyclingSafely operate plant equipment as assigned including, but not limited to, counters, balers, conveyors, weigh scales, pallet jacks, lift tables, crushersLoad and unload trailersPrepare material for shipment by sorting, stacking, wrapping shells and pallets, and weighing and tagging bales of aluminum, PET, cardboard and filmFollow instructions for operating equipment and keeping recordsAdhere to all OSHA Safety Standards and OBRC policiesPerform the work required in a timely manner and maintain adequate production in order to meet demandPerform daily housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and orderly facilityAssist other Material Handlers as needed in all areas of the plantOther job duties as assignedEducation/ExperienceHigh School Diploma or GED preferred, or any equivalent combination of training, experience and education that demonstrates the ability to perform key responsibilities of this positionExperience in a warehouse or industrial environment is preferred but not requiredRequirements – Skills, Job Knowledge & AbilitiesAble to perform basic math, such as addition and subtractionHigh degree of attention regarding safety requirements to prevent injury to self and othersStrong attention to detail with a high level of accuracyTime Management: Prioritize duties in order of importanceCommunication: Work together to get the job done right the first timeReliability: Transportation to and from workAble to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights requiring extra hours, weekends and holidays due to varying volumes.Supervisory ResponsibilityNoneTravelNoneWorking Conditions/Physical RequirementsThis position works in a production plant setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. This position works around sharp objects and can get wet and sticky from full and empty beverage containers. The working environment can be cold, hot or humid.While performing the duties of this job, this employee is regularly required to communicate. This position is very active and the employee will frequently stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. The position involves standing, walking, bending and lifting up to 50 pounds repeatedly for long periods of time throughout the day. The position involves pushing and pulling of carts full of recyclable material, climbing on top of, around and under machinery as needed, and climbing ladders and stairs and walk on catwalks as needed.